My 8 Rules of Flooring

My 8 Rules of Flooring

4th, always have a plan be for lodging. You may think you can sleep in your house while the finish is curing, but you may be totally shocked. So, pack your bags and get a hotel room or a hide-a-bed at a friends house. You'll be more comfortable and refreshed for another day of hard work.

My 8 Rules of Flooring

It is ok to hire a professional if you think you are in too deep. I've gone in and completed many DIY floors without gouging or giving the customer a hard time. A good professional can laugh right along with you and make a fare wage at the same time.

My 8 Rules of Flooring

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Originally Posted by Donedat

The second rule would be get 3 estimates just so you can actually see what is involved when you decide to DIY.

This is the only rule I am not a fan of.
If you wanna learn how to DIY perhaps theres a better way than wasting 3 peoples time who are looking for work to feed their families huh?
BUT, if perhaps you are looking for pro work, then 3 estimates are perfect.

My 8 Rules of Flooring

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Originally Posted by Florcraft

This is the only rule I am not a fan of.
If you wanna learn how to DIY perhaps theres a better way than wasting 3 peoples time who are looking for work to feed their families huh?
BUT, if perhaps you are looking for pro work, then 3 estimates are perfect.

It's a moral thing IMO.

my g/f does the same thing, she will take her vehicle some where to be diagnosed and then tell me to fix it (i'm a h/d diesel mechanic). I tell her to take it back to whoever diagnosed it and pay them to finish the job.

My 8 Rules of Flooring

Quote:

Originally Posted by Florcraft

This is the only rule I am not a fan of.
If you wanna learn how to DIY perhaps theres a better way than wasting 3 peoples time who are looking for work to feed their families huh?
BUT, if perhaps you are looking for pro work, then 3 estimates are perfect.

It's a moral thing IMO.

I totally agree with you, but I was just trying to fill some space here as well as communicate to this general audience of DIYers.

I dread going out on estimates only to discover it was a total waste of my time and knowledge. Most pros will give information on a need to know basis and also don't really give that much detail on their bids.